903 Jobs in Buckhurst Hill

We are Hestia. We make a difference.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Mental Health Service in Croydon.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to service users by carrying out comprehensive assessments, support planning, and safety planning that promote recovery, independence, and individual wellbeing. Working closely with the Service Manager, Team Manager, external agencies, families, carers, and other key supporters, you will help develop and review support, risk, and move-on plans tailored to each individual's needs. You will encourage participation in social, educational, training, employment, and skills-development opportunities, while supporting access to relevant health services. You will also help maintain a safe and positive environment, monitor housing-related responsibilities, and promote tenancy sustainment, including supporting occupancy agreement compliance and rent payments.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Displays skills to convince, persuade and influence others including excellent negotiation skills Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and collaborative approaches with colleagues and stakeholders. Professional Consultancy Skills- Operates professionally and ethically with the ability to gain the trust and respect of others Excellent IT and Digital skills and confident in the use of Microsoft Office functions Use of MS Word –ability to compose bids and reports Use of MS Excel –ability to create and manipulate spreadsheets Use of MS Powerpoint – ability to prepare presentations Use of MS Outlook – ability to read and compose emails and maintain Outlook Ability to maintain and develop the contracts database with IT colleagues Ability to work flexibly as this role is to work shifts and will require occasional weekend work.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Intervention Worker to play a pivotal role in our Criminal Justice Service in  Streatham

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

Step into a role where your confidence, compassion and professionalism truly matter. This role supports the operations of an Approved Premises working with high-risk offenders. Responsibilities include engaging with residents, helping prepare meals, supporting sentence plans with probation and police partners, and assisting with admin and activity delivery. The role involves enforcing curfews and drug/alcohol testing requirements, maintaining safety, cleanliness, and well-being at the premises, and ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping. Staff are expected to model respectful behaviour, follow operational procedures, and contribute to a positive, enabling environment in line with Hestia and Ministry of Justice standards. 

You'll thrive as part of a supportive team, leading by example and getting involved in practical day‑to‑day tasks such as cooking, gardening and shared activities that help create a stable and enabling environment. Your awareness of safeguarding issues and your ability to respond appropriately will be central to keeping people safe and supported. If you're someone who combines empathy with authority, adaptability with professionalism, and teamwork with initiative, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference every day.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

The role requires the capacity to maintain firm boundaries and use authority appropriately while working pro‑socially and positively with others, alongside an understanding of the emotional and behavioural impact of trauma and the ability to support people who may display a wide range of emotions, behaviours and communication challenges. It calls for strong engagement and communication skills, a flexible and responsive approach, and an optimistic belief in people's capacity to change. You'll need to learn quickly, gather information effectively and make defensible decisions, as well as accurately receive, process and record detailed information within confidentiality requirements. Working as part of a team is essential, leading by example and taking a practical, hands‑on approach to tasks such as cooking, gardening, household duties and leisure activities. A solid understanding of safeguarding issues and the ability to address them appropriately is also key.

This role requires working shifts, including evenings and weekends. on a rolling rota.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Do you believe that all children should receive consistently high-quality care in environments that strive to improve outcomes for each child?  Do you have experience in social work, education, inspection, advocacy or residential childcare management?

Then we have an exciting opportunity for a professional like you.

The Vacancy

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Independent Visitor & Quality Assurance Officer to join NYAS Independent Monitoring Service.

This is a full-time permanent role, working 35 hours in the North West and/or North East region. 

As an Independent Visitor & Quality Assurance Officer you will be required to complete statutory and non-statutory independent allocated visits within prescribed timescales and to quality assure reports submitted by other members of the team.

The purpose of this role is to ensure that judgements are consistent with evidence provided and that the feedback given is an element of continuous improvement.

While the role is home-based, there will be occasions where travel is required, including working on public transport.

About You

We are looking for a self-starter who prides themselves in professionalism and accuracy. You must have a relevant professional qualification and proven extensive experience in working with children and young people or adults at risk in a social care setting.

For more information, please view the attached job description.

In your application, you will need to evidence, using specific examples, how your skills and experience meet the criteria laid out in the person specification, within the job description attached. Requirements include:

• Professional qualification in a relevant field.
• Proven extensive experience in working with children and young people or adults at risk in a social care setting.
• Experience and an understanding of child and adult safeguarding procedures.
• Experience of quality assuring reports for regulatory bodies.
• Ability to analyse a range of information to assess effective evidence-based judgements of reports.
• Proven experience of using QA to improve report writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to a high standard both orally and in writing to a wide range of people.

NYAS operates robust safe procedures to ensure the protection of the children, young people and adults at risk we work with. To comply with NYAS’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, references, Digital Risk Assessment and Right to Work check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once we receive a high number of applications.

In accordance with UK immigration law, NYAS is required to ensure that all prospective candidates have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Therefore, proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required as part of the recruitment process.

About NYAS

As an established leading rights-based charity, NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service) is well positioned to ensure that children, young people, and adults across England and Wales are fully respected, represented, and supported in expressing their views and having their rights upheld.

We work with care-experienced children, young people, and adults who are often reliant on statutory services suffering the negative impact of the cuts in public expenditure. Our combination of social care and legal services places us in a unique position to ensure that they receive the services they need and that their voices are heard.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment which means NYAS welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic.

 NYAS is proud to share that we are a Disability Confident Employer and we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.

Work with us to help change young lives.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are successful, screening calls will take place on Monday 28th September with 1st stage face to face interviews taking place on Friday 2nd October. Due to manager availability this cannot be changed so please bear in mind when applying.

We are Hestia. We make a difference.

At Hestia, we live by our values and are committed to a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation that provides a variety of services such as Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery, Mental Health & Complex Needs and Criminal Justice. We are committed to empower people to rebuild their lives and regain independence. 

The service you will work in….

Nia House is consists of 3 services, Nia House, Coningham and Sulgrave in the North Cluster. We support people with enduring mental health crisis aged 18+ who have housing and support needs. They may be leaving hospital, registered care, be homeless, threatened with homelessness or living in accommodation that is not meeting their identified needs. The services will be also used as a ‘step up' or ‘step down' from other supported accommodation, where appropriate.

A day in this role looks like….

As a Senior Recovery Support worker at Hestia, you will play a crucial role in our Mental Health and Complex Needs service. Your contributions will directly influence the lives of our service users, guiding them towards a path of empowerment and independence.

A day will never look the same and some of the things you can expect to do/be responsible for are:

- Empower a caseload of clients to manage their health and wellbeing, maintain their independence, identify their strengths and achieve their goals and aspirations, working in partnership with our subcontractors as required in order to achieve this, under the direction of the Team Leader. 
- To clearly articulate the aims and objectives, pathway and service model to people using the service so they can fully participate in and co-produce their support.
- Empower service users to engage effectively in their liaisons with professionals within the community such as social work teams, housing providers, health professionals, JCP etc. 
- Work flexibly as part of a team to ensure service coverage and that contractual obligations are met. 
- Develop co-produced group activities, peer support networks and other community-based approaches to empowering service users to achieve their goals and aspirations and to encourage service users to access these opportunities. 
- Actively monitor the health, wellbeing, safety and security of the service and its users ensuring all concerns are followed up promptly and in line with procedures. 
- Ensure that administration is done in good time; that detailed, concise and accurate records are created contemporaneously, and that confidentiality is appropriately maintained.
- Assist the manager to manage health and safety, repairs and maintenance of the premises. 
- To collect rents and service charges, and manage arrears proactively by follow policy, protocol and procedure to support residents to maintain their tenancy and develop independent living skills by paying service charges & rent. 
- Provide support the Manager to manage voids across the service. 
- Ensure referrals, assessments and service reviews are effective and timely responded to. 
- Empower service users to develop independent living skills as part of a planned move on process. 
- Assist the manager to plan, negotiate and manage budgets and to make best use of property, equipment and information technology. 

Why Hestia?

Joining Hestia means more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger. We offer a supportive, inclusive and resolution driven work environment where your contributions are recognised and valued. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to grow both personally and professionally while making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

We are looking for candidates who bring a combination of passion, expertise, and dedication to the table. To excel in this role, you should possess:

- Good understanding of Health and Safety within an accommodation-based setting. 
- Basic knowledge of housing management including maintenance & repairs.
- Ability to monitor and maintain the safety and security of supported housing service and report maintenance requirements appropriate. 
- Experience of working with people with mental health needs. 
- Good literacy and numeracy skills and able to produce clear letters and IT skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and ability to address them appropriately.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer…

Hestia is a disability confident employer, committed to the employment and career development of individual with disabilities. As part of this commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We will also accommodate reasonable adjustment during the selection and interview process and throughout your employment with us. 

About WSUP

Woolwich Service Users Project is a charity based in central Woolwich, supporting people experiencing homelessness, poverty, poor mental health, addiction, social isolation and multiple disadvantage. WSUP provides a welcoming, non-judgemental, open-access community space where guests can access practical support, health and wellbeing services, specialist advice, and trusted relationships.

Our work is rooted in lived experience, dignity and relational support. We meet people where they are, offering both immediate relief and pathways into longer-term stability, recovery and community connection. WSUP works closely with local and national partners across health, housing, recovery, advice and community wellbeing to reduce health inequalities and improve outcomes for people who often face barriers to mainstream services.

Purpose of the Role

The Health Coordinator will lead and develop WSUP’s health coordination offer, ensuring that guests can access timely, appropriate and compassionate support around physical health, mental health, addiction, sexual health, primary care, housing-related health needs and wider wellbeing.

The postholder will provide structured triage, one-to-one support, casework, referrals and follow-up for guests experiencing complex needs. A key part of the role will be helping people who are not currently engaged with statutory or mainstream services to reconnect with healthcare, housing, welfare and specialist support.

The Health Coordinator will also play a key role in developing and overseeing WSUP’s women’s service provision, including Women’s Wednesday. This will include coordinating health and wellbeing support, strengthening referral pathways for women, supporting peer-led activity, promoting safety and inclusion, and ensuring the service responds to the needs of women experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse, poor mental health, addiction, temporary accommodation, poverty, social isolation or resettlement barriers.

The postholder will also support female residents linked to women’s accommodation and community-based support pathways in Greenwich, helping them access WSUP’s trusted community hub, women-only provision, health coordination, practical support, peer connection and specialist referrals at a pace that feels safe and appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

1. Health Coordination and Casework

· Provide a welcoming, trauma-informed and non-judgemental first point of contact for guests seeking health and wellbeing support.

· Carry out structured triage conversations to identify health, housing, safety, safeguarding, mental health, addiction, income, resettlement and practical support needs.

· Support guests to register with GPs, attend appointments, understand health information and navigate primary care services.

· Coordinate access to health interventions delivered through WSUP and partner agencies, including Hepatitis C testing, TB screening, dental support, eye care, sexual health services, mental health outreach and addiction recovery pathways.

· Support guests to access sexual health testing and referrals, mental health referrals, substance misuse support, welfare advice navigation and warm referrals into appropriate specialist services.

· Make appropriate referrals to statutory, voluntary and specialist services, including housing, mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, welfare advice, safeguarding and emergency support.

· Maintain regular follow-up with guests who may miss appointments, disengage or require repeated encouragement to access support.

· Maintain accurate, confidential and GDPR-compliant records using WSUP’s case management systems.

2. Development of Women’s Service Provision

· Lead the development and day-to-day oversight of WSUP’s women’s service provision, including Women’s Wednesday.

· Ensure Women’s Wednesday provides a safe, welcoming, women-only, low-barrier community support space offering peer support, health coordination, wellbeing activities, welfare advice and community connection.

· Work with women using WSUP services to co-produce activities and shape the ongoing development of the women’s programme.

· Identify and respond to the specific needs of women experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse, unsafe housing, temporary accommodation, poor mental health, substance misuse, poverty, trauma, isolation or resettlement barriers.

· Develop clear pathways into specialist support for women, including domestic abuse services, sexual health services, mental health support, substance misuse services, housing advice, welfare advice, safeguarding provision and emergency support.

· Provide a trusted community hub for women who may not yet feel ready to engage with formal casework or statutory services.

· Help women reduce isolation, build confidence, sustain community connections and gradually move towards more formal support where appropriate.

· Monitor attendance, outcomes, feedback and emerging needs within the women’s service and report learning to WSUP’s leadership team.

· Promote a psychologically safer environment for women who may have experienced trauma, stigma, exploitation, violence, exclusion or previous negative experiences of services.

3. Partnership Working

· Build and maintain effective working relationships with local health, housing, recovery, advice, mental health, domestic abuse, women’s services and community partners.

· Act as a key link between WSUP guests and external services, helping partners deliver support in a trusted community setting.

· Support partner clinics, drop-ins and outreach sessions hosted at WSUP.

· Coordinate warm referrals into specialist services and follow up with guests and partners where appropriate.

· Attend relevant meetings, case discussions and multi-agency forums where appropriate.

· Represent WSUP professionally and promote the organisation’s relational, dignity-led and trauma-informed approach.

· Identify gaps in provision and work with WSUP leadership to develop new partnerships that respond to guest needs, including the needs of women accessing WSUP’s women-only provision.

4. Peer Support and Co-production

· Work alongside volunteers with lived experience to provide safe, relational and purposeful support.

· Help ensure peer volunteers understand safeguarding, boundaries, confidentiality, lone-working and referral procedures.

· Contribute to volunteer briefings, debriefs and reflective practice where relevant.

· Support quarterly co-production sessions with women using WSUP’s provision, enabling them to shape activities, share feedback and identify gaps in support.

· Ensure feedback from guests and women using the service informs programme development, partnership working and service improvement.

· Promote lived experience as a valued part of WSUP’s approach while ensuring appropriate support, supervision and boundaries are in place.

5. Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

· Record triage, referrals, casework activity, attendance, outcomes and follow-up actions accurately.

· Monitor attendance, health and welfare triage, referrals, partner services accessed, peer-support activity, safeguarding concerns, guest feedback and outcomes.

· Collect feedback from guests, including women using Women’s Wednesday, to inform service development.

· Contribute to internal reporting, case studies, impact evidence and partnership updates.

· Use data and lived experience feedback to identify trends, unmet needs and service improvement opportunities.

· Support WSUP’s Community Pulse approach by ensuring guest voice and co-production are embedded in health and women’s service development.

Person Specification

Essential Experience

· Experience of working with people facing homelessness, rough sleeping, poverty, mental health challenges, addiction, trauma, domestic abuse, migration issues, social exclusion or multiple disadvantage.

· Experience of providing one-to-one support, triage, casework, advocacy, signposting or referral support.

· Experience of working with health, housing, mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, welfare or community support services.

· Experience of managing risk, safeguarding concerns and sensitive personal information.

· Experience of working in a person-centred, strengths-based and non-judgemental way.

· Experience of supporting or developing services for women, particularly women affected by trauma, homelessness, domestic abuse, poor mental health or complex needs.

· Experience of working with volunteers, peer supporters or people with lived experience is desirable but not essential.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

· Good understanding of health inequalities and the barriers faced by people experiencing homelessness or multiple disadvantage.

· Ability to build trust with people who may have had poor experiences of statutory or mainstream services.

· Strong communication, listening and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work calmly and confidently with people in distress or crisis.

· Good understanding of safeguarding adults, confidentiality, professional boundaries and GDPR.

· Ability to coordinate referrals and liaise effectively with external agencies.

· Good organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate records.

· Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and anti-discriminatory practice.

· Understanding of trauma-informed practice and psychologically informed environments, or willingness to undertake training.

· Understanding of the importance of women-only spaces, safety, choice and trust when working with women affected by trauma or multiple disadvantage.

Desirable Experience, Knowledge and Qualifications

· Experience of working in a women-only or gender-responsive service.

· Experience of co-production, peer support or lived experience-led service design.

· Experience of using case management systems

· Knowledge of services and referral pathways in Greenwich and South East London.

· Lived experience relevant to WSUP’s work

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Refuge Worker to play a pivotal role in our Domestic Abuse Service in Wandsworth 

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

This role involves providing intensive, person-centred support to women in a residential setting. The role includes delivering key sessions, community meetings, and daily contact to assess and monitor individual needs. You will co-produce Support and Safety Plans with residents, focusing on their strengths and goals, and offer advice on safety, domestic abuse, housing, and independent living. Responsibilities also include liaising with statutory bodies on safeguarding matters, supporting move-on accommodation, and promoting empowerment through workshops and social activities. The role follows “The Hestia Approach,” prioritising co-production, recovery, and partnership with service users.

Wat do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

The successful candidate will have substantial experience working directly with individuals who present a wide range of support needs, risks, and aspirations for their future. They will be confident in delivering high‑quality casework, including key working, support planning, and risk assessments, with a strong focus on promoting independence and recovery. A solid understanding of issues affecting women experiencing domestic abuse, as well as knowledge of mental health, substance misuse, and the wider social factors impacting service users, is essential.

The role requires someone who is able to work collaboratively with a variety of external agencies, including Social Services, mental health teams, drug and alcohol services, and other community organisations. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively with professionals to ensure that support packages are well‑coordinated and that safeguarding responsibilities are met. A thorough understanding of safeguarding legislation and procedures, including child protection, is fundamental to the role.

The postholder will need strong knowledge of welfare benefits, housing legislation, and the practical steps involved in supporting women to secure and maintain safe accommodation. They must be able to work confidently within service specifications, quality frameworks, and organisational policies, ensuring accurate record‑keeping, case notes, and monitoring reports. Experience using computer‑based systems to record client information is therefore required.

A commitment to equality, diversity, and the rights of service users is central to the role. The candidate must demonstrate an ability to promote dignity, choice, empowerment, and co‑production in all aspects of their work, in line with The Hestia Approach. They should be able to support women in developing confidence, resilience, and peer networks, and be comfortable facilitating group activities, workshops, and community‑based initiatives.

Please note: This role is open to female applicants only, in accordance with Schedule 9 (1a) of the Equality Act 2010. Fluency in at least one South Asian language is a genuine occupational requirement for this role.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

We are Hestia. We make a difference.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Refuge Worker to play a pivotal role in our Domestic Abuse Service in Tower Hamlets

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

This role involves providing intensive, person-centred support to women in a residential setting. The role includes delivering key sessions, community meetings, and daily contact to assess and monitor individual needs. You will co-produce Support and Safety Plans with residents, focusing on their strengths and goals, and offer advice on safety, domestic abuse, housing, and independent living. Responsibilities also include liaising with statutory bodies on safeguarding matters, supporting move-on accommodation, and promoting empowerment through workshops and social activities. The role follows “The Hestia Approach,” prioritising co-production, recovery, and partnership with service users.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

The successful candidate will have substantial experience working directly with individuals who present a wide range of support needs, risks, and aspirations for their future. They will be confident in delivering high‑quality casework, including key working, support planning, and risk assessments, with a strong focus on promoting independence and recovery. A solid understanding of issues affecting women experiencing domestic abuse, as well as knowledge of mental health, substance misuse, and the wider social factors impacting service users, is essential.

The role requires someone who is able to work collaboratively with a variety of external agencies, including Social Services, mental health teams, drug and alcohol services, and other community organisations. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively with professionals to ensure that support packages are well‑coordinated and that safeguarding responsibilities are met. A thorough understanding of safeguarding legislation and procedures, including child protection, is fundamental to the role.

The postholder will need strong knowledge of welfare benefits, housing legislation, and the practical steps involved in supporting women to secure and maintain safe accommodation. They must be able to work confidently within service specifications, quality frameworks, and organisational policies, ensuring accurate record‑keeping, case notes, and monitoring reports. Experience using computer‑based systems to record client information is therefore required.

A commitment to equality, diversity, and the rights of service users is central to the role. The candidate must demonstrate an ability to promote dignity, choice, empowerment, and co‑production in all aspects of their work, in line with The Hestia Approach. They should be able to support women in developing confidence, resilience, and peer networks, and be comfortable facilitating group activities, workshops, and community‑based initiatives.

Please note: This role is open to female applicants only, in accordance with Schedule 9 (1a) of the Equality Act 2010. 

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of unpaid carers? 

Join the Carers’ Hub team and help create lasting, positive change for carers across Lambeth.

In this rewarding role, you will lead our Learning Disability & Neurodiversity Carers Service. You’ll have the freedom to be creative, working directly with carers to co-design and deliver a vibrant programme of 1-to-1 support, peer groups, and social activities.

What you’ll be doing:

• Shape & Deliver Support: Build a trusted programme of 1-to-1 advice, peer support, and social events for adults caring for someone with a learning disability and/or neurodiversity.

• Collaborate: Listen to carers' ideas and turn them into practical, impactful activities.

• Empower Communities: Motivate and inspire carers to connect, facilitating group discussions and building a welcoming environment.

What we are looking for:

• A Champion for Carers: A genuine passion for supporting unpaid carers and improving their wellbeing.

• A People Person: Confidence in facilitating group discussions and the ability to connect comfortably with a diverse range of people.

• Organised & Autonomous: Exceptional organisational skills, with the confidence to make decisions, solve problems, and use your initiative within a small, friendly team.

About Carers' Hub Lambeth

Unpaid carers often make huge sacrifices to look after loved ones, frequently at the expense of their own wellbeing. At Carers' Hub, we work to limit these financial, emotional, and educational challenges. We achieve this through four core workstreams:

• Raising awareness of the vital role carers play.

• Influencing local policy through community engagement.

• Improving carer wellbeing directly.

• Connecting carers to each other, support networks, and training.

Ready to apply? Please download our Job Pack for the full person specification and details on how to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

Closing date: 9am Wednesday 7th October
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 14th October at 336 Brixton Road

As the Administration, Governance & Facilities Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the effective operation of the Joseph Levy Foundation. Working closely with the Executive Director, you will provide high-quality administrative, governance and facilities support, ensuring the Foundation operates efficiently and meets its governance and operational responsibilities.

This is a varied and hands-on role in a small, values-led organisation, offering the opportunity to work across board and committee administration, governance support, office and facilities management, organisational administration and stakeholder coordination. You will act as the primary point of contact for governance administration, supporting Trustees and the Executive Director by coordinating meetings, preparing board papers, producing accurate minutes and maintaining governance records.

Alongside governance responsibilities, you will oversee the day-to-day administration and facilities functions of the Foundation, ensuring the office operates smoothly and  systems and records are maintained. You will also contribute to improving administrative processes and embedding efficient ways of working across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Administration

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Executive Director and, where required, the Chair and Trustees.
• Prepare letters, reports, presentations and other documents.
• Manage the Foundation's shared email inbox and correspondence.
• Update and maintain electronic filing systems, including SharePoint.
• Maintain accurate organisational, governance and grant records.
• Support the Foundation's governance administration.

Meetings & Coordination

• Organise meetings, including Board and Trustee meetings, and prepare agendas and meeting papers.
• Attend Board meetings, producing accurate minutes and action logs.
• Support the organisation of Foundation events, workshops and meetings.

Office & Facilities

• Maintain a safe, organised and welcoming office environment.
• Order and monitor office supplies and equipment.
• Welcome visitors and assist with the day-to-day running of the office.
• Open and close the office on your working days.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors to support the smooth operation of the office.

General Responsibilities

• Build positive working relationships with colleagues, trustees, suppliers and external stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle information appropriately.
• Work in accordance with the Foundation's values, policies and procedures.
• Contribute to improving administrative processes and ways of working.
• Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role.

Person Specification

We recognise that people develop their skills and experience through many different pathways and do not expect applicants to meet every area listed below.

We are particularly interested in people who bring experience of administration, governance and office operations, together with the ability to build positive relationships, manage competing priorities and support the effective running of a small, values-led organisation.

Experience

• Experience of providing administrative support to senior leaders, Boards or Trustees.
• Experience of coordinating meetings, including preparing agendas, meeting papers and supporting documentation.
• Experience of producing accurate minutes and maintaining action logs.
• Experience of coordinating office administration and facilities.
• Experience of maintaining accurate records and using digital systems to support administration.

Skills

• Able to organise and prioritise a varied workload.
• Able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Able to produce accurate work with attention to detail.
• Able to build positive working relationships with colleagues, Trustees, suppliers and external stakeholders.
• Able to work independently, use initiative and exercise sound judgement.
• Able to identify and escalate issues appropriately.
• Able to contribute to improving administrative processes and ways of working.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of governance processes and Board or Trustee administration.
• Knowledge of office administration and facilities management.
• Knowledge of digital systems used to support administration and collaboration.
• Knowledge of the importance of handling confidential information appropriately.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and adaptable in your approach to work.
• Willing to learn and develop new skills.
• Committed to the Foundation's values.

Other Requirements

• Able to work 2.5 days per week from the Foundation's office in Edgware Road, London, starting at 9am on working days.
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS check before appointment.

Recruitment Timeline

• Applications open: Wednesday 9th September
• Applications close: Sunday 27th September
• Interviews (in person at our office in Marylebone, London): w/c 5th October

Job details

Salary: £35 - £37k FTE (£17,500 - £18,750 pro rata)

Contract: Part-time, 18.75 hours (2.5 days per week)

Location: Office based, Edgware Road, London

Reports to: Executive Director

Equity and Inclusion

The Joseph Levy Foundation is committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued and able to thrive. We actively encourage applications from people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, particularly those who are underrepresented in the charity sector. We recognise that people develop their skills through many different pathways and welcome applications from candidates whose experience has been gained through employment, volunteering, education or lived experience.

About us

The Joseph Levy Foundation is an independent grant-making charitable organisation with a long-standing commitment to funding smaller, grassroots organisations. With an endowment of around £23m, our annual commitment in grants in recent years has averaged £500,000.  We have recently embedded an ambitious strategy which aims to find, fund and support organisations and individuals who have ambitious ideas to help young people experiencing disadvantage.

In tandem with our strategy review, we have undergone a comprehensive change process, which includes refreshing our processes and embedding an equitable grant making procedure. 

As we enter the midpoint of the new strategy we will continue to be ambitious by introducing a Young Advisory Board to guide our work and to coach and support charity leaders of the future. This continued commitment will see the Foundation lead with its values which are:

• Equity and inclusion

• Connectivity and collaboration

• Commitment and integrity

• Innovation and imagination

• Engagement and Joy for life

Head of Organisational Strategy and Operations (known internally as Infrastructure Lead) is a senior strategic leadership role within Healing Justice Ldn, working closely alongside the Executive Director to help shape and steward the organisational infrastructure, systems, and coordination practices needed for HJL’ s next phase of development.

The role exists to strengthen the connective infrastructure that enables HJL’ s organisational arms to operate autonomously while remaining aligned, collaborative, sustainable, and responsive within rapidly changing political, social, and movement landscapes.

Rather than focusing primarily on operational administration or hierarchical management, the role centres on developing values-aligned systems, organisational practices, and ways of working that support collective care, adaptability, organisational health, and long-term sustainability. Working across programmes, research, narrative strategy, operations, and leadership, the post holder will support communication, coordination, learning, and organisational coherence across the organisation while strengthening distributed leadership.

This role would suit someone who has previously held senior leadership responsibility across multiple organisational areas within a values-led, justice-oriented, community-based, or movement environment. As a newly created role within an evolving organisational structure, the responsibilities, focus, and ways of working within the role may continue to develop over time in response to organisational learning, growth, and changing needs.

Responsibilities

 Organisational stewardship & coordination

• Shape and steward HJL’ s organisational infrastructure, systems, and long-term sustainability alongside the Executive Director and wider leadership.
• Support strategic coherence, communication, and coordination across HJL’ s organisational arms, including programmes, research, narrative strategy, operations, and infrastructure.
• Develop organisational systems, structures, and practices that support autonomy, collaboration, accountability, adaptability, and collective wellbeing.
• Support organisational decision-making, governance, and ways of working that reflect HJL’ s commitments to disability justice, racial justice, accessibility, collective care, and community accountability.
• Help strengthen organisational resilience and responsiveness within changing political, social, funding, and movement conditions.

Infrastructure & organisational development 

• Lead the development and stewardship of values-aligned organisational systems, policies, and internal processes.
• Build and strengthen the connective infrastructure that supports collaboration, shared learning, and coordination across different organisational areas.
• Support organisational learning, reflection, adaptation, and knowledge sharing processes across teams and leadership.
• Help create structures and organisational cultures that support sustainable collaboration, leadership development, conflict navigation, and organisational wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with advisors, external partners, and leadership to support organisational sustainability and adaptive development.

Organisational sustainability & external relationships (Operational sustainability) 

• Work alongside the Executive Director and external finance partners to support organisational sustainability, financial planning, and resource stewardship.
• Contribute to fundraising strategy, partnership development, and relationship-building with funders, collaborators, and aligned organisations.
• Support infrastructure connected to organisational growth, partnerships, and long-term sustainability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across HJL s wider ecosystem of collaborators, movement partners, advisors, and aligned organisations.

Organisational health, risk and resilience (Risk, Resilience & Infrastructure) 

• Identify, map and respond to organisational vulnerabilities, operational challenges and external pressures affecting HJL’ s work and sustainability.
• Support systems and practices related to safeguarding, accountability, evaluation, organisational learning, and collective wellbeing.
• Support the organisation to navigate complexity, uncertainty, conflict, and change in ways that remain adaptive, relational, and values-aligned.

Person specification

Experience & Capabilities 

We recognise that people develop leadership experience through many different pathways and do not expect applicants to meet every area listed below.

We are particularly interested in people who bring systems thinking, organisational leadership experience, and experience working within complex, values-led environments.

You may bring:

• Significant experience working within community-based, justice-oriented, movement, or values-led organisations.
• Experience holding strategic responsibility across multiple organisational areas such as organisational development, governance, operations, partnerships, sustainability, fundraising, or people management.
• Experience developing or evolving organisational systems, structures, policies, or ways of working within changing or complex environments.
• Experience supporting organisational growth, transition, resilience, or change.
• Experience building collaborative relationships with funders, partners, advisors, communities, or wider movement ecosystems.
• Systems thinking, facilitation, coordination, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to navigate complexity, ambiguity, conflict, and organisational change with emotional maturity and relational awareness.
• Ability to support collaboration and coherence across multiple teams, work streams, or organisational areas without relying on hierarchical management approaches.
• Understanding of equity-centred, accessibility-informed, trauma-informed, and relational approaches to organisational development and leadership.
• Commitment to collective care, disability justice, racial justice, and community accountability.

Benefits

• 4% Pension contribution
• Individual professional development budget
• Enhanced annual leave provisions beyond the statutory minimum including a summer and winter break
• Staff training on somatics, trauma and resilience
• Free office refreshments
• Season ticket loan
• Enhanced parental leave pay

Introductory / Q&A Webinar

Interested in learning more about the role and our organisation? Join us for a one-hour webinar hosted by our Executive Director, Farzana Khan. We'll share insights into the role, our work and what you can expect from joining the organisation. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions during a live Q&A.

The webinar will take place at 5pm on Tuesday 15 September 2026 (click apply link for details on how to join the webinar).

Recruitment Timeline

• Applications Open: Wednesday 9th September 2026
• Introductory / Q&A Webinar: 15th September 2026 at 5pm BST
• Applications Close: Monday 21st September 2026 at 3pm BST
• 1st stage virtual interview: w/c 5th October 2026
• 2nd stage in person interview and task: w/c 12th October 2026
• Appointment made by Monday 19th October 2026

About Healing Justice Ldn

Healing Justice Ldn (HJL) is a community-led organisation working at the intersections of health justice, collective care, healing, and systems change. Rooted in disability justice, transformative practice, and liberation work, HJL develops community-led approaches to wellbeing that address the structural impacts of racism, ableism, state violence, and inequality.

Through research, training, political education, movement support, and healing practice, HJL works to build the infrastructures, relationships, and capacities needed for long-term collective resilience and liberation. The organisation supports communities, organisers, practitioners, and movements to develop sustainable approaches to health, care, and social transformation.

HJL operates through an evolving organisational model centred around autonomy, connection, collaboration, and collective stewardship. Different organisational “ arms ” hold distinct areas of practice while remaining connected through shared values, coordination structures, and relational infrastructure.

As HJL enters a new phase of organisational development, there is an increasing need for organisational infrastructure, systems, governance, and connective coordination that can support sustainable growth while remaining responsive and accountable within rapidly changing political, social, and movement landscapes.

About CoppaFeel!

CoppaFeel! are the UK’s only youth focused breast cancer awareness charity, and we’re on a mission to get every 18-24 year old checking their chest. We educate people on the signs of breast cancer and encourage them to check their chests monthly, so that if they notice something unusual they are empowered to contact their GP and advocate for themselves.

We do this because when diagnosed early, breast cancer treatments are more effective and survival rates are higher. Early detection can save lives.

Breast cancer does not need to be detected late, and as long as we are here and continue to be supported by people like you, we will do all we can to make sure this doesn’t continue to happen.

The Role

Following an exciting period of growth, CoppaFeel! is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Finance Manager to join our expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solutions focused individual looking to continue their career in charity finance, both Financial Accounting and Management Accounting, and play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our financial operations.

You’ll be working closely with our Head of Finance & Contracts to help manage CoppaFeel!’s day-to-day finances and contribute to a range of essential finance functions. As part of a newly developed finance team, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact as we shape our systems and processes to support our continued growth.

We’re looking for someone with experience of line management within a finance role, ideally within a small team or charity environment. You’ll need to be confident using accounting software (we use Xero), have strong Excel skills, and be comfortable working independently. Most importantly, you’ll be proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to the success of our mission.

You will sit within the CoppaFeel! Finance Team. This role is a hybrid role with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week.

Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Operations

• Oversee cashflow, month-end processes, reconciliations, journals, payroll, VAT, Gift Aid and grant income.

• Manage the day-to-day finance function, including queries and bank payments.

• Maintain effective financial policies, controls and processes to mitigate financial risk and promote best practice.

Management Accounting

• Checking and finalising of budget holder monthly reports and other internal financial reports.

• Finance business partnering delegated budget holders (managers).

• Lead quarterly Forecasting process & support on annual budget setting.

Stakeholder Management

• Support Auditors and provide required financial information.

• Line manage finance officer and assistant.

• Work with external finance agencies to ensure a smooth handover of day-to-day processes.

Procurement & Projects

• Supporting in value for money costings and ROI’s.

• Work with People team to check Freelance contracts.

• Work closely with the Operations Team and others on cross-organisational projects.

• Undertake any other reasonable duties or responsibilities as required by the Charity, in line with the needs of the organisation.

Skills, Knowledge, & Personal Attributes

Essential

• Qualified Accountant or qualified by experience

• Strong relationship building and communication skills and the ability to engage with a range of people within the organisation

• Have good working knowledge of reporting requirements and UK charity regulations experience including SORP

• Have experience driving change and improving processes.

• Experience in managing a Finance team

• Intermediate to advanced excel skills (pivot tables, sumifs, vlookups etc)

• Proactive and able to use own initiative to be solutions focused

• Ability to identify financial risks and maintain effective controls

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to analyse financial information and provide clear, practical advice

Desirable

• Experience using Xero

• Experience using Power Query

Application information

Applications will close at the end of the day on Thursday 1st October, however pre-assessment Excel tests will be conducted throughout the application period.

First Interviews will be held week commencing 12th October.

CoppaFeel! reserves the right to close the vacancy early in the event that we receive a high number of applications before the closing date.

Main benefits, Terms & Conditions

Annual leave entitlement: 22 days, plus office closure at Christmas, a day off on our Founders birthday, and a day off for your birthday.

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Health Cash Plan; cash back on everyday health expenses, as well as a GP advice line and access to PerkBox.

• Access to Self Space training and 1:1 therapy

• Core working hours of 10am to 4pm

• Flex Friday; every other Friday off, offering the time to recharge and ensuring work life balance, while remaining available in case of emergencies

All annual leave and benefits are pro-rata'd for part time employees.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

At CoppaFeel! we support a diverse range of communities and we understand that diversity within our team is central and crucial to meeting the needs of the young people we exist to serve. We strongly encourage applications from Black, and people of colour, LGBTQIA+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, from men, and from those with a lived experience of cancer because we would like to increase the representation of these groups within the charity.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and make recruitment decisions by matching the charity's needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We recognise the value in encouraging a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge at the charity.

While the successful candidate will be selected purely on merit, in the event of a tie between two candidates with equal suitability, we may select a candidate with lived experience of the issues we are seeking to address through our work.

We want our recruitment process to be inclusive, accessible and fair for everyone. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from disabled people and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role will normally be offered an interview. In some high-volume recruitment processes, we may limit interviews to candidates whose applications most closely meet the role requirements.

Partnerships and Impact Specialist

Advocacy & Influence | Remote (UK-based)

Salary: £42,000 per annum

Hours: Full time (35 hours per week to be worked over 5 days)

Location: Home-based in the UK with occasional paid travel to our London office and for meetings – nationally and internationally

Contract: Fixed Term Contract until June 2029

Join Population Matters

We are a UK charity with a global remit. Our vision is of a world in which our human population lives fairly and sustainably with nature and each other. As we enter an exciting new phase of growth and influence, we’re looking for a strategic and collaborative Partnership and Impact Specialist to build trusted relationships with civil society and grassroots partners, amplify their leadership, and help translate Population Matters’ evidence, advocacy insights and learning into meaningful influence and impact.

About the Role

This role sits within our Advocacy and Influence Team and will play a central part in delivering our Empower to Plan programme and wider organisational strategy. You will identify, develop and sustain strategic partnerships with civil society organisations, particularly grassroots organisations in the Global South and Global North, co-creating approaches that strengthen partner objectives and Population Matters’ evidence-based advocacy.

You will also lead our organisational Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) work, ensuring insights are captured, shared and embedded across our goals to strengthen impact. While managing the Partnerships and Impact Officer, and working collaboratively across research, advocacy, communications and fundraising, you will turn partner intelligence and learning into compelling case studies, briefings, proposals and influencing opportunities, supporting grassroots partners to strengthen their influence in local, national, regional and global decision-making forums.

Important Information

· This is a UK-based role

· Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK

· We are unable to offer sponsorship

Apply Now

If you’re ready to play a vital role in a purpose-driven organisation and help shape a more sustainable future, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit a CV (not more than 3 pages) and answer the application questions explaining your interest in this role and how you meet the criteria in the Person Specification. A cover letter is not required. 

Closing date: Monday 21 September at 09:00am (BST)

Population Matters is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion across everything we do. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age and all other categories protected by law. Please refer to our full EDI statement attached with this advert.

If you require any adjustments to make the process more accessible, or to arrange an informal conversation about the role, please see contact details within our EDI statement attached below this advert. 

Interview dates

First round: Week commencing 28 September, online

Final round: Week commencing 5 October (in-person) at our office: Population Matters, The Chandlery, 50 Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7QY, UK

Thank you for your interest in Population Matters.

Please note that we do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies regarding this vacancy.

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A new senior post in the Development Team, the Head of Trusts & Foundations will be responsible for cultivating and growing income from both private and statutory funding bodies, implementing and delivering a new strategy for this vital income stream for the theatre, maintaining and growing our income in exciting, innovative, and strategic ways through high-quality, persuasive applications, alongside stewarding existing relationships to ensure the highest level of care for those already supporting us.

Each year the Development Department is responsible for raising c.25% (£1.4m in 26/27) of the Young Vic’s income to enable great work on our stages and, vitally, in our communities. As Head of Trusts & Foundations, you will play a vital role in securing income towards these projects (currently over £300,000 is generated through Trust & Foundation revenue), driven by a strategic insight into this income stream and the opportunities our work presents. In this role, you will be central to ensuring revenue targets are met each year, elevating our income, in addition creating a pipeline of Capital prospects with a view to the theatre undertaking significant essential works over the next 3 years.

Led by the Development Director, we aim to be a fast-paced team of six, with desire to majorly increase income over the next 3 years led by an ambitious programme of main house and studio shows, the 30th anniversary of our Taking Part programme and further growth across the organisation in our excellent and exciting artistic endeavours.

If you are a passionate and curious fundraiser, excellent grant writer, or looking for the next step in your career and want to work in one of the most exciting London Theatres right now, this role is for you.

Please see the job description for full list of responsibilites. Please go to the Young Vic website via the link on this page for more information on how to apply.

The Archbishop of York's office is based at Bishopthorpe Palace on the outskirts of York, offering a unique and pleasant working environment. Staff at Bishopthorpe Palace form a close-knit and collaborative team, supporting the Archbishop's ministry across the Province of York, nationally, and internationally.

The role of the Head of the Private Office of the Archbishop of York is to provide strategic oversight and operational leadership for the Archbishop's Private Office, ensuring the highest standards of organisation, communication and administrative support.

The postholder serves as a trusted adviser and principal point of coordination, providing exceptional executive support while exercising sound judgement, discretion and emotional intelligence in a complex and fast-paced environment. Responsible for the smooth and effective operation of the Private Office, the role manages highly sensitive matters with integrity and professionalism, maintains strict confidentiality, and supports the wider mission and ministry of the Archbishop through effective planning, stakeholder engagement and leadership.

Responsibilities

Strategic Diary and Programme Management

• Be responsible for the strategic planning and management of the Archbishop's diary, ensuring alignment with agreed priorities and objectives.
• Be responsible for the day to day management of the Archbishop's diary.
• Assess requests, invitations and opportunities, making recommendations on the effective use of the Archbishop's time.
• Balance strategic priorities with pastoral, diocesan, national, ecumenical, civic, public and international commitments.
• Identify risks, conflicts and emerging opportunities, adapting plans as required.
• Ensure timely and appropriate responses to requests and correspondence relating to the Archbishop's programme.

Engagement Planning and Delivery

• Coordinate the planning and delivery of meetings, visits, events and speaking engagements, ensuring they are well organised and achieve agreed outcomes.
• Monitor briefing deadlines.
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and communication.
• Ensure all logistical, administrative and safeguarding requirements are met.

Partnership with the Chief of Staff and Senior Leadership Team

• Work closely with the Chief of Staff, who is ultimately responsible for the Archbishop's schedule, and Senior Leadership Team to align the Archbishop's programme with the Archbishop's strategic objectives.
• Support the implementation of decisions and ensure effective coordination across the Archbishop's Office, with Lambeth Palace, with the Diocese of York and, in particular, the Bishop of Selby's Office.

Briefing and Correspondence

• Commission, coordinate and quality-assure briefings for meetings, visits and engagements.
• Draft and review correspondence, briefing notes and other materials as required.
• Ensure the Archbishop receives accurate, timely and concise information to support decision-making and engagement preparation.

Private Office Leadership

• Lead and continuously develop the operation of the Private Office, ensuring it delivers a professional, responsive and high-quality service.
• Line-manage the Correspondence & Private Office Assistant (1 post).
• Develop and maintain effective systems, processes and workflows to support diary management, correspondence and engagement planning.
• Be the budget holder for the Private Office and associated Archbishop's costs and participate in the annual budget setting process.
• Monitor actions and commitments, ensuring high standards of service, professionalism and continuous improvement.
• Build strong working relationships with the Lambeth Private Office to ensure effective coordination and alignment.
• Build a strong working relationships with the Bishop of Selby's office, together with the offices of the Bishops of Hull and Whitby and the York Diocesan Office to ensure effective coordination and alignment.
• Build strong working relationships with the Bishop to the Archbishops, and their office, together with other NCI leadership teams and departments.

Stakeholder and Relationship Management

• Build and maintain effective relationships with senior church leaders, diocesan colleagues, civic leaders, ecumenical partners and other key stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted point of contact, exercising sound judgement when handling sensitive matters and enquiries.
• Support the Archbishop in maintaining productive relationships across a broad range of networks, including the Bishopthorpe Charitable Partners Trust.

Support, Travel and Hospitality

• Coordinate the involvement of the Archbishop's spouse in engagements and events where appropriate.
• Oversee domestic and international travel, visits, hospitality and related logistics.
• Ensure visitors, guests and stakeholders are welcomed warmly and professionally.

This role profile outlines the principal responsibilities but is not exhaustive. The postholder may be asked to undertake other duties in line with the general nature and level of the role and occasional out-of-hours or weekend working might be necessary. Any reasonable adjustments or changes will be discussed in advance. A basic DBS check is required.

Person Specification

Essential

Experience

• Experience supporting a senior leader, public office-holder or equivalent figure in a complex and high-profile environment or comparable environment.
• Experience managing complex priorities, portfolios of activity and stakeholder relationships on behalf of a senior leader.
• Experience leading an executive support, Private Office or equivalent function, including responsibility for people, systems and service standards.
• Experience coordinating high-profile engagements, visits and events involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.

Leadership and Professional Capability

• Excellent judgement and the ability to balance competing priorities, assess opportunities and make well-founded recommendations.
• Ability to anticipate issues, identify risks and ensure the effective coordination of complex activity.
• Ability to operate effectively in situations of ambiguity, adapting plans and priorities in response to changing circumstances.
• Outstanding organisational and planning skills, with the ability to translate strategic priorities into coherent and deliverable programmes of activity.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with senior leaders and partners.
• Ability to budget and hold expenditure to agreed budget frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare concise briefings and communicate with clarity and diplomacy.
• Strong leadership and people management capability, fostering a professional, collaborative and high-performing culture.

Personal Attributes

• Highly trustworthy, discreet and diplomatic.
• Emotionally intelligent and politically aware.
• Calm, adaptable, resilient and effective under pressure.
• Clear proactive communicator.
• Collaborative and highly organised, with a strong commitment to supporting others' success.
• Committed to excellence, continuous improvement and the effective stewardship of the Archbishop's time and priorities.

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of the demands of supporting a senior leader in a complex and fast-moving environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and digital collaboration tools.
• Ability to work effectively within the mission, values and public ministry of the Church of England.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Church of England, its governance structures and wider ecclesiastical context.
• Experience supporting a faith leader, senior public figure, elected office-holder or equivalent.

Applications close on 20 September at 23:55.

The interview will be held in person on 29 September 2026

We have an exciting opportunity to lead our experienced criminal justice IDVA team, working 37.5 hours a week. This role involves both face to face and virtual support in a hybrid model of working, you will work from home and our Victim Support Office near Old Street station.

Do you want to lead a committed and inspiring team? Do you want to help make a real difference every day?

Do you want to contribute to change & improve the quality of lives of domestic abuse survivors?

Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on safety and customer service and care?

If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…

What we offer

At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:

• Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
• Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
• Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
• Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
• Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
• Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
• Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
• Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
• Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
• Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
• Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.

About the role:

This is a hybrid role, working from home with travel to the Victim Support office in Islington. As the Criminal Justice Domestic Abuse Service Manager, you will:

• effectively manage and develop a high quality, innovative and pro-active domestic abuse team.
• Work in partnership with other professionals to ensure that risk management and safeguarding duties are effectively met.
• Develop and maintain effective partnership working with statutory, private and voluntary agencies to address the issue of domestic abuse.
• Represent the service at operational multi-agency meetings, feeding back initiatives and outcomes to the team and contribute to the evaluation of the quality of activities these services offer.
• Provide a single point of proactive and regular contact for a range of professionals involved in the case of the service user.
• Comply with child protection and information sharing policies, ensuring that service users and colleagues understand and comply with the service's safeguarding framework.
• Contribute to regular service reviews which include monitoring data, evaluations, intake and output policy, and practice and work load reviews for the whole service.

You will need:

• A passion for working with victim/survivors and a thorough understanding of gender based violence and abuse.
• A thorough understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and harmful practices and its impact on men, women, children, families, and communities.
• Experience of managing a team delivering front line support to victims or domestic abuse or vulnerable people to a high standard.
• A track record of demonstrating and delivering a non-judgemental, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory approach to empowering victim/survivors of domestic abuse.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

About Us:

Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.